Rakes

There are two different kinds of rakes. The garden rakes consist a row of metal, wooden, or plastic tines - or prongs - mounted on a horizontal head attached to a long handle. They are generally used for seedbed preparation and soil leveling. The lightweight alloy shafts make easier work of raking, but they also cost more than ordinary ash handles. The lawn rakes are designed for removing moss, dead grass, and leaves. Their heads are fan shaped, with springy wire, bamboo, plastic, or rubber tines.